District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds in District of Columbia County, District Of Columbia

When recording a real estate document at the recorder of deeds office, bring the original signed and notarized instrument, ensure it meets all state formatting requirements for margins and legibility, and bring payment for the applicable per-page recording fee. District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds is located at 1101 4th Street Southwest, Washington, DC. Many county recorders also accept documents submitted by mail with a check for fees and a self-addressed return envelope.

About District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds

The District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds, located in Washington, District of Columbia is a centralized office where public records are recorded, indexed, and stored in District of Columbia, DC. The purpose of the Recorder of Deeds is to ensure the accuracy of District of Columbia property and land records and to preserve their continuity.

• Recording deeds, mortgages, liens, and releases with District of Columbia Recorder of Deeds
• Obtaining certified copies of recorded real estate documents
• Conducting title searches and property ownership history research
• Recording military discharge (DD-214) records for veteran benefit access